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These driving tips are courtesy of Liberty
Mutual Insurance Company.
Avoiding traffic accidents is a combination
of skill and making appropriate decisions
based on what is going on around you. There’s
a direct correlation between crash-free
driving and the decisions you make and the
actions you take. That's why Liberty Mutual
developed Decision Driving – a five point,
action-oriented program geared toward reducing
crashes:
1. Expand your look-ahead capacity.
Rather than always focusing directly in front
of your vehicle, glance farther down the road—where
many trouble spots begin.
2. Size up the whole scene.
Continually scan for bicyclist, pedestrians,
construction, traffic congestion. erratic
drivers and changing road conditions. Avoid
staring at any object for longer than two
seconds and check your mirrors every few
seconds.
3. Signal your intentions early. Use
your turn signals, horn and lights when
appropriate. By giving advance notice of what
you’re planning to do, you’ll encourage
other drivers to make correct driving
decisions.
4. Plan an escape route. Timing your
passing moves Carefully, avoiding tailgating
and figuring a way out of a potential problem
can help you avoid a crash. Think ahead and
allow yourself enough time, space and
visibility to stop or maneuver smoothly.
5. Take decisive action. If you
practice the first four principles, you should
know what to do if a traffic emergency arises,
and you’ll have the time and space to do it
safely. Make a decision and then do it!
Ultimately, becoming a decision driver
contributes to you being a safer and,
hopefully, a crash-free driver.
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